Two topics continuously crop up when I am talking with buyers who are considering an active adult community: 1-It will be easy to get to know people there; and 2-I want to live on a golf course.
Living in any subdivision where homes are closer together and joined by a Homeowner’s Association will make it easier to get to know neighbors rather than living on 3.3 acres in suburban ranch zoning (Pima County). But don’t fall into the trap of believing that because you live in an Active Adult subdivision, friends will be immediate. And at the risk of sounding impertinent, are these going to be the friends you want for the rest of your life?
If you have read my previous three blogs, you know I have asked you to do some homework on what it is that you truly desire. You may be better off in the city near the University where you can take advantage of University functions and functions going on downtown. Your ability to make friends will depend more upon your own personality to reach out, taking classes for instance. I have clients who take bead workshops and sell their wares at the annual Tucson Gem and Mineral Show and consign them at local shops. Many active adults volunteer with an activity or service in which they believe, and find like minded people there. These activities run the gamut; cultural, medical, service oriented, sports oriented, educational.
And for those who want to live on a golf course; ask yourself this question- do you like to play golf on the same course or do you prefer to play on various courses? If you like to play on the same course, then living in a golf course community is for you. You can get up, have your coffee, grab your clubs and be on the green in no time.
But if you prefer to play on various courses, you may consider living in an area somewhat centrally located, not in an active adult community, and join a golfing organization which has discounted rates at the various courses within Pima County. There are dozens of courses including city courses, courses designed by famous golfers, courses for beginners, courses where national PGA tournaments are played such as Accenture Match Play, and each course offers its own challenges.
In the last instance, use the money you would spend on HOA fees and golf club membership to play different greens. And if you ever decide, for whatever reason, you don’t want to golf anymore, you are not locked into these fees.
Discussing these suggestions with your Realtor® should help you find the right community for you. Remember, this is your money, and this is your life! Make it what you want!
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